Frank Ape is a free-spirited creature created by New York artist Brandon Sines in 2011. Born in the streets of NYC, Frank represents positivity, curiosity, and self-expression, living outside the limits of race, age, and societal norms. Through vibrant and whimsical artwork, Frank spreads messages of love, acceptance, and community. Through Frank Ape, Sines invites audiences to embrace their quirks and create a world where compassion leads. Frank’s presence spans from city streets to international platforms. A 100-foot mural at the World Trade Center called "Everyone's Different and Everyone's The Same" stands as a bold symbol of unity and creative spirit. A global collaboration with GAP brought Frank’s message of curiosity and joy to audiences around the world. Most recently, the release of "There's Magic Inside All of Us," a beautifully illustrated book extends Frank’s impact into storytelling and personal exploration. Bio: Brandon Sines is a New York-based artist best known as the creator of Frank Ape, a lovable, mythical creature who champions positivity, equality, and self-expression. Sines uses Frank as a vehicle to explore themes of kindness, community, and the absurdities of modern life. His work often features bold colors and gestures that reflect his playful yet thought-provoking style. Through Frank Ape, Sines invites audiences to embrace their quirks and imagine a world where compassion leads.
Let's Play
This artwork by Frank Ape features a vibrant and playful mural with colorful characters, set against an urban backdrop under a striking sky. Three nearby crosswalks were also infused with mural elements that linked the space together.
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PaintThe Town
This mural uses the color palette of the hotels pitchdeck as well as their slogan at the time "Paint The Town" - A whimsical mural by Frank Ape depicts a furry character painting a vibrant city skyline with the words "Paint the Town!" - I wanted the visitors of the hotel to wake up and be greeted with Frank each day encouraging them to go out and enjoy the city / have an adventure / paint the town.
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Everyone's Different And Everyone's The Same
This artwork by Frank Ape features colorful, cartoon-like creatures with the phrase "Everyone's Different and Everyone's the Same," promoting messages of unity and diversity.
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Hanging Out
This optical illusion artwork by Frank Ape features a whimsical, furry creature sitting in a window, contentedly holding a book with "I ♥ NY" on the cover. This highly instagrammable optical illusion is a crowd favorite commissioned on the side of the Arlo hotel. -- Painted on the 6th floor exterior of the Arlo Hotel Soho - I LOVE a good NYC surprise. There's so much to see that we can miss some amazing things and this is a fun easter egg if you look up close to the entrance of the Hudson Tunnel.
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Be An Original
Commissioned on an escalator in the American Dream Mall. This artwork by Frank Ape features a colorful character standing out among a crowd of monochrome figures with the message "BE AN ORIGINAL!" displayed above them.
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Make Magic Everyday!
This vibrant mural by Frank Ape features a whimsical creature wearing a wizard hat alongside the inspiring message "Make Magic Everyday!" against a colorful background. -- Painted on the roll down gate of a closed shop on Ave C in the East Village - this piece seemed to really make the community smile as it was often photographed with people posing and interacting.
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Connections
This vibrant mural by Frank Ape features colorful, intertwined humanoid figures with bold patterns, creating a playful and dynamic street art scene celebrating how we are all connected in one way or another. This piece is meant to show how as we interact with each other we change and that can be beautiful.
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Here ya go
Passersby love to pose sitting and standing in Franks hand. This vibrant mural by Frank Ape features a cheerful, waving cartoon creature in black and white against a colorful background, transforming a garage door into a lively piece of street art.
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Queens Botanical Garden
A vibrant mural by Frank Ape depicts a whimsical creature interacting with colorful flowers, accompanied by the uplifting message, "Every flower blooms in its own time." -- This "Frankism" is a reminder to be true to yourself and the symbolism couldn't have been more fitting for the location
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Better Together
A positive message for the NoHo neighborhood during the down times of the pandemic. This mural was a rally point for locals. This vibrant mural by Frank Ape features colorful figures engaging in playful interactions under the words "Better Together," set against a lively urban backdrop. --- This piece is meant to celebrate the neighborhood and remind us that even though it was a challenging time, when we come together we can make some amazing things happen.
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Painted on Melrose in LA - this piece is meant to celebrate the love of music that the shop's owners both had - they actually came out and played the guitar and sang while I painted it. -- A colorful mural by Frank Ape depicts a large, friendly creature playing a guitar against a vibrant backdrop on the exterior wall of a pop-up shop in Hollywood.
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Frank in Nature for Roomers
The artwork by Frank Ape features a whimsical, cartoon-like creature surrounded by colorful oversized flowers and foliage, creating a vibrant and playful scene. It was a fun site specific piece for the rooftop hang area. -- Painted on the back facing / private balcony of a short term living space - I imagine most people here will be coming from outside NYC and to me one of the coolest parts about New York are the beautiful, secrets places you stumble upon and I wanted this to be one of them.
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Queens Community House
Commissioned work for Queens Community House celebrating diversity and hope. This vibrant mural by Frank Ape features colorful, cartoonish letters and characters, including animals and a joyful sun, set against a lively cityscape backdrop.
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Rocking
Frank loves to party and rock with the people of Bushwick. This vibrant mural by Frank Ape depicts a whimsical, furry creature playing a guitar, set against a backdrop of colorful, swirling patterns.
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